Member Since: 12/03/2006
Band Website: www.carlwoodford.com
Influences: John Martyn, Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Pentangle, Roy Harper, Nick Harper, Nick Drake, Neil Young, Stephen Stills, David Crosby, CSNY, Devendra Banhart, Seth Lakeman, Tim Buckley, Bob Dylan, Smog, John Smith, Preston Reed, Jesse Hutchinson, The Bell Orchestre, The Penguin Cafe Orchestra, Jonna Newsom, Arthur Russell, Air, The Grateful Dead, Tim Buckley, Jeff Buckley, Kelly Jo Phelps, John Fahey.....lots more....
Sounds Like:
“It’s almost as if Woodford grows another pair of arms, using the guitar as a percussion instrument whilst simultaneously playing chords. Definitely a sight to seeâ€
(Review of “Acoustic Mafia Night†– Stone Roses Bar, York – February 2006)
– Dave Wright - Sandman Magazine & Talk Magazine
“He's awesome I hear from behind me and quite frankly he isâ€.
(Review of Beached 2005 – South Bay Beach, Scarborough – August 2005)
– Michelle Dee – This is Ull.com
“With songs so delicious, names like Nick Drake and Jose Gonzalez instantly came to mind in comparison and as sure as Tom never catches Jerry can this guy play his guitar with the fluidity of a hot soothing showerâ€
(Review of Turn of The Year 2006 Final – The Golden Lion, York – March 2006)
– Marbled – Talk Magazine
“One of the biggest cheers of the day goes to Carl Woodford who overcomes initial sound problems, enthralling the crowds with his remarkable technique in "For Coloured Walls†â€.
(Review of Acoustic Gathering 2006 – Peasholm, Scarborough – September 2006) – Dave Grayson – Scarborough Evening News & The Link Magazine
“A true talentâ€
(Review of John Peel Night 2005 – Vivaz, Scarborough – October 2005)
– Davey - The Link Magazine
“A great musician and one to look out for in the coming months and yearsâ€
(Feature on BBC Radio York’s “North Yorkshire Folk†show – March 2005)
– Michael Brothwell – BBC Radio York
Record Label: Unsigned